However, it is understood that the 34-year-old’s current stance is that he would prefer a move to the MLS rather than join another English club, with LA Galaxy his most likely destination.

There has also been strong interest in the Blues midfielder from clubs in Serie A but the Chelsea No.8 has reservations about moving to Italy.

Lampard will be one of the most sought-after free agents in the world this summer, when his 12-year association with Chelsea will come to an end.

He was told by the west London club that he will not be offered an extension to his current €180,000-a-week deal, even on reduced terms.

This has prompted a stampede of interest in the player, who has demonstrated his value with a number of goals since returning to the team last month following an extended spell out injured and has now scored 11 times for club and country this season.